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Concession Stand Concessions

Dec 27, 2006 - We now know how high in calories the food we buy at the movie theater concession stand really is, so we need to find an alternative because watching a movie and snacking go hand in hand. I have yet to really figure out how frowned upon it really is to sneak snacks into the movie theater, but as far as I'm concerned if they aren't offering healthy alternatives, it is the only option. Healthier alternatives for snacking at the movies:

Air popped popcorn with no butter or salt added
Fruit that you can pop in your mouth (as you would Starburst) such as grapes or berries
Nutrition/energy bars like nectar bars from Cliff
High Fiber Cereal such as Kashi that you can pop in your mouth

The key is to bring items that are easy to bring in and easy to eat that won't be super distracting to you (or the other movie goers). - 9 Comments

Movie Theater Food Breakdown

Dec 26, 2006 - This holiday season many of us will be flocking to the movies to see the latest and greatest hitting the theaters. Unfortunately we may not realize that the snacks we are paying WAY too much for have WAY more calories than we may realize. So to help you through, I've broken down some movie theater favorites: Large Buttered Popcorn (20 cups): 1500 calories, 116g fat, 90g carbs Hot Dog (1 dog with bun): 305 calories, 4.5g fat, 23g carbs Nachos with Cheese (large, 4 oz): 1101 calories, 59g fat, 131.5g carbs Soft Pretzel (large): 483 calories, 4.5g fat, 99g carbs Cotton Candy (2.5 oz): 300 calories, 0g fat, 74g carbs Junior Mints (3 oz): 320 calories, 5g fat, 68g carbs There's lots more, so read more - 8 Comments

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